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Explore technical documentation and resources to help you develop Java applications and services with Microsoft technologies.

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Java development for beginners

Java SMEs at Microsoft from around the world have come together to share insights and knowledge and highlight what you can do with this exceptional language. View the Java for Beginners video series hosted by Brian Benz.

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Microsoft learning paths for Java development

Learn how you can build, migrate, and scale Java applications on Azure using Azure services. Use tools and frameworks that you know and love – Spring, Tomcat, WildFly, JBoss, WebLogic, WebSphere, Maven, Gradle, IntelliJ, Eclipse, Jenkins, Terraform, and more.

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How Microsoft applies Java

Over the past decade, Microsoft has significantly contributed to and invested in the Java community and mission. Learn more about the steps we've taken to make Java development better and how we use the language internally for our key products.